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John Chamberlain
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John Chamberlain
- Conrad
- signed and dated 64 on a label affixed to the reverse
- auto lacquer, metal-flake and steel on formica
- 67 3/4 by 67 3/4 by 4 1/4 in. 172.1 by 172.1 by 10.8 cm.
Provenance
B. Michael Ruskin, New York
The Lone Star Foundation, Inc., New York (acquired from the above in September 1978)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in August 1980
The Lone Star Foundation, Inc., New York (acquired from the above in September 1978)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in August 1980
Exhibited
New York, The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, John Chamberlain: A Retrospective Exhibition, December 1971 - February 1972, cat. no. 60, p. 72, illustrated
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling to the edges, resulting in spots of paint loss on the sides. There is some hairline craquelure in the paint, which is visible under raking light. Close inspection reveals some pitting and rusting to the steel elements. There are some faint bands of white accretions along the top and side edges. Unframed.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.